Mero SB Injection contains Meropenem and Sulbactam. This antibiotic is used to treat serious bacterial infections, such as those that affect the skin, abdomen, lungs, and urinary tract. Sulbactam increases the efficacy of the broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic Meropenem against bacteria that are resistant to it.

Brand Name: Mero SB

Composition: Meropenem, Sulbactam

Mechanism of Action:

Meropenem, a strong carbapenem antibiotic included in Mero SB Injection, effectively kills bacteria by preventing the formation of their cell walls. It works better against resistant infections when taken with Sulbactam, a β-lactamase inhibitor that stops bacteria from degrading Meropenem. Antibiotic resistance mechanisms are overcome by this combination, which is used to treat severe bacterial infections.

Uses:

·       Complicated intra-abdominal infections

·       Hospital-acquired pneumonia

·       Ventilator-associated pneumonia

·       Complicated urinary tract infections

·       Bloodstream infections (sepsis, bacteremia)

·       Skin and soft tissue infections

·       Meningitis

Dosage and Administration:

The severity of the infection and the patient's condition determine the dosage. usually administered intravenously (IV) under a doctor's supervision every eight hours.

Side Effects:

·       Nausea

·       Vomiting

·       Diarrhea

·       Headache

·       Injection site pain

·       Skin rash

Safety Advise:

Lungs  

The safety of Mero-SB Injection for individuals with lung issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Liver  

The safety of Mero-SB Injection for individuals with liver issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Kidney  

The safety of Mero-SB Injection for individuals with Kidney issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Pregnancy  

Mero-SB should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed, Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Breast Feeding  

Using Mero-SB while nursing is most likely dangerous. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider. 

Storage:

Mero-SB should be kept in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C (36°F and 46°F). The formulation may be harmed by freezing, so avoid doing so.

References:

1.      Zhang J, Diao S, Liu Y, Wang H, Liu Y, Zhu S, Feng K, Tang X, Oo C, Zhu P, Lv Z. The combination effect of meropenem/sulbactam/polymyxin-B on the pharmacodynamic parameters for mutant selection windows against carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii. Frontiers in Microbiology. 2022 Nov 22;13:1024702.

2.      Ko WC, Lee HC, Chiang SR, Yan JJ, Wu JJ, Lu CL, Chuang YC. In vitro and in vivo activity of meropenem and sulbactam against a multidrug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii strain. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy. 2004 Feb 1;53(2):393-5.

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Marketer details

Name: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Address: Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.

Country of origin: India